Colette Connolly

Intent: That GALWAY CITY COUNCIL 1) immediately create/develop/ sustainably manage BLUE_GREEN Coastal “CITY” Parklands Area stretching from Oranmore to Galway City Docks to permanently protect Galway’s NATURE/BIODIVERSITY & its UNIQUE CITY landscapes + Heritage (Bronze Age + 6th Century Sites) 2) GCC create/develop/sustainably manage NEW Oranmore to Galway Cycling/Walking paths in NEW CITY Parklands fulfilling many Sustainable Transport/CLIMATE Actions/Aspirations in Galway City Development Plan.

Details: Concept: Oranmore to Galway Greenway &why project is a) critical for Galway’s Climate+Biodiversity+Heritage “Action” plans, b) fulfills “ASPIRATIONS” in Galway City Development Plan c) vital for safe cycling OranmoretoGalway City Center & walking in car free BLUE-GREEN area with spectacular Galway B, ... Read more

Intent: Alerting local representatives to the fact that AsIAm had received funding for a pilot Autism One Stop Shop in both CHO2 and CHO7

Details: One Stops Shops

Intent: To highlight the need for a ‘mixed technology’ policy approach to achieve a 'Just Transition' to decarbonisation which ensures choice and affordability for rural off natural gas grid households and businesses.

Details: Communications regarding attendance and participation at Liquid Gas Ireland's event series on a 'Just Transition' for rural Ireland.

Intent: To highlight the need for a ‘mixed technology’ policy approach to achieve a 'Just Transition' to decarbonisation which ensures choice and affordability for rural off natural gas grid households and businesses.

Details: Outreach regarding attendance at Liquid Gas Ireland's event series on a 'Just Transition' for rural Ireland.

Intent: Seeking support on a motion for the Seller's Legal Pack to be supported by Galway City Councillors.

Details: Galway City Council Motion

Intent: Endorsement of the motion to ensure it passed and the Minister was informed

Details: Seeking support of a motion which endorsed legislation promoted by IPAV

Intent: To get support from councillors and public representatives in relation to the issue underlying the threatened strike.

Details: Email send to public representations in relation to the Section 39 pay parity issue and impending strike that was threatened in October 2023

Intent: Raise concerns about impact of delays in planning system on economic activity

Details: Shared copy of ALDI report with invitation to discuss if desired

Intent: Mayor of Galway would speak at event and other councillors attend.

Details: Invited Galway Mayor and Councillors to attend Seminar on Erasmus+ Project Beyond NEET - Looking at volunteering for young people not in employment, education or training

Intent: To discuss the challenges facing the taxi industry and night-time economy in Galway city and secure a meeting with Galway TDs and members of the Galway City Council Transport Strategic Policy Committee to discuss what measures can be taken to address these challenges ahead of the busy Christmas period.

Details: Engagement on supply challenges faced by the taxi industry and the risk of shortages in the Christmas period in Galway